The Perfume Library

Hai Hui

7.9

Adi ale Van · 2022

Fresh · Green · Fruity

Adi ale Van Hai Hui is a fresh, green and fruity unisex scent led by black pepper, cardamom and fig; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, and it is named most for leisure and daily wear, with some votes for nights out and the office. It reads slightly more masculine than feminine. It opens with black pepper, cardamom, pineapple and peppermint, fresh and spicy. In the heart, fig, almond and elemi resin sweeten it and add a creamy softness. Vetiver, papyrus and woody notes form a green, dry base. Diptyque Philosykos and L'Artisan Parfumeur Premier Figuier have a close profile.

Angels' Powder

7.0

Borntostandout · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Borntostandout Angels' Powder is a powdery, sweet gourmand with a floral and slightly synthetic edge, built around cotton candy and raspberry, and it suits anyone after a unisex scent. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters lean towards spring and autumn, and towards night outs and leisure time, though the votes spread fairly evenly across all four seasons. It opens with sugar powder, nail polish and pink pepper. In the heart, cotton candy, raspberry and vanilla sugar sweeten it. White musk, gaiac wood and heliotrope settle it onto a soft, powdery base. Sora Dora Mallow and Guerlain French Kiss have a close profile.

If by R.K.

7.4

Frapin · 2019

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Frapin If by R.K. is a men's fragrance that opens with ginger, bergamot and Indian pepper and settles into a sweet, spicy wood with cinnamon, fig milk and patchouli. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. Leisure and daily wear get the most votes, and evenings and the office suit it too. Masculine leads the character votes, though many also read it as feminine. The top notes of ginger, bergamot and Indian pepper give a bright, spicy start. In the heart, Ceylonese cinnamon and fig milk sweeten it while cashmere wood softens. The base of patchouli, sandalwood, tonka bean and gaiac wood is creamy and woody.

Oriental Enigma (Eau de Parfum)

8.5

Alexandre.J · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Alexandre.J Oriental Enigma Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that pairs a floral, fruity sweetness with a gourmand, spicy and powdery feel. The opening of hazelnut, hibiscus, tonka bean and date reads sweet and creamy. In the heart, saffron, iris, immortelle and rum bring spice, powder and a little weight; in the base, vanilla and cedarwood soften the sweetness and settle it onto a woody footing. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, and most voters find it stays on for a long time. Its rich, oriental character sits comfortably on men and women alike. Jean Paul Gaultier La Belle Le Parfum and MAD Parfumeur Sapphire have a close profile.

Lacura

7.7

Mendittorosa · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Mendittorosa Lacura is a unisex citrus-floral scent that opens with bergamot, pear and bitter orange, then moves into neroli and orange blossom absolute. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and it leans towards leisure, work and daily wear. Half of the voters read it as feminine, though it is sold as unisex. The top shows bergamot, pear and bitter orange, while neroli, petitgrain and jasmine give the heart a floral lift. In the base, vanillin, benzoin and caramel sweeten it, leaving a creamy, woody softness. Byredo Bal d'Afrique and Armaf Tag-Her have a close profile.

Culot Thé

6.9

Versȧtıle · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Versȧtıle Culot Thé is a fresh, citrusy unisex fragrance: tea, spice and a light woody trace sit on a floral, green base. The opening leans on bergamot and pink pepper, with black pepper and nutmeg giving it a spicy edge. In the heart, jasmine and black tea take over, while ginger keeps the floral tea feel lively. The base settles on Haitian vetiver, sesame and amyris, giving a woody footing; overall it reads lightly sweet, touched with fruit, and airy. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter the least chosen season. It suits daily wear and leisure best, and sits comfortably in the office too. Voters split almost evenly between calling it feminine and masculine, so it truly reads as unisex.

Carmen

7.7

Calaj · 2021

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Calaj Carmen is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, spicy body against a fresh, fruity edge, with resinous and smoky touches underneath. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Most pick fall, spring and winter, with summer chosen less often. It leans towards leisure and evening wear. On character, feminine edges slightly ahead, with masculine close behind. Pink pepper, bergamot and frankincense open fresh, spicy and lightly resinous. In the heart, tonka bean and labdanum absolute soften the scent and turn it sweeter. The base of woody notes, vanilla absolute, white musk and sandalwood settles into a creamy, warm finish.

Sea, Sud & Sun

7.3

Versȧtıle · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Versȧtıle Sea, Sud & Sun is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent, softened by green and floral tones into a lightly sweet freshness. Most voters pick spring and summer. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and sits comfortably at the office too. Longevity and sillage are moderate, and votes are split on whether it reads feminine or masculine, so it lands somewhere in between. Italian bergamot, lemon and orange lead at the top. In the heart, orange blossom absolute, ginger and fennel add a floral, spicy depth to the citrus. Vanillin, pine and immortelle sit at the base, and the scent settles into a creamy, lightly sweet finish.

German Angst Zwei

7.4

Art Brüt · 2024

Fresh · Green · Fruity

Art Brüt German Angst Zwei is a fresh, green and spicy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, daytime wear and the office. It opens with pink pepper, mandarin orange and bergamot, then moves into juniper, fig, peppermint and elemi resin. Cashmere wood, woods and patchouli make up the base, with a faint touch of animalic notes. The fresh, green and fruity side leads, with a synthetic and woody streak alongside. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall; daily, leisure and business wear lead, while night out and evening come well behind. It reads somewhat masculine, though its modern character works for anyone. Dior Dior Homme and Sospiro Mezzo have a close profile.

Bois Blanc

7.3

Frapin · 2020

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Frapin Bois Blanc is a unisex fragrance that suits autumn and spring days, its fresh, green side set against a woody base. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with a good share choosing winter too. It leans towards business and leisure wear, and gets votes for evenings as well. Longevity and sillage are moderate; most voters read it as masculine, though it wears as unisex. Eucalyptus, ginger and rosemary open it fresh and spicy, while mandarin orange and bitter orange lighten that mood. In the heart, violet leaf, sage and Virginia cedar build a green, powdery woodiness. In the base, gaiac wood, ambroxan and cade juniper add a smoky, earthy, faintly leathery depth.

Aqua Paradisi

6.8

Le Couvent · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Le Couvent Aqua Paradisi is a fresh, powdery unisex scent that sets bright bergamot against a floral heart of damask rose and geranium, settling onto violet. Most voters pick spring and summer, and both longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it stays close and never turns heavy. Daily wear and the office lead the occasions, with evening and night out further back. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine, though it is made as a unisex perfume. The citrus accord opens with bergamot for a fresh start. In the heart, damask rose and geranium bring a floral warmth, and violet in the base softens everything into something powdery, creamy and lightly sweet.

Ohsphalte

7.0

OHTOP · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Green

OHTOP Ohsphalte is a unisex scent, fresh and green over a woody base, that leans towards leisure and daytime wear. Cashmeran, suede, amyris and gaiac wood form its backbone. Labdanum absolute adds a resinous warmth, Indonesian patchouli an earthy depth, while orange blossom and white musk soften the floral side. Spicy and synthetic touches run alongside the fresh, green character. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. It suits leisure and everyday use best, with some votes for work and evenings too. Masculine and feminine votes are close, and many call it modern. Tom Daxon Salvia Sclarea and ATon PaTchouli Lave have a close profile.

The Saint Mariner

7.6

Parfumerie Particulière · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Parfumerie Particulière The Saint Mariner is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic unisex scent, with green and spicy touches that recall sea air. Bergamot and rosemary set the tone of freshness, while iodine and floralozone add a briny, watery feel. Pink pepper and rum bring a spicy, lightly sweet warmth, and elemi resin with vetiver forms a dry, woody base. Ambroxan smooths it all into a slightly synthetic finish. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and work are the most named occasions. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters lean towards masculine, though a fair number read it as feminine. Birkholz Forest Fantasy and Giardini di Toscana Blu Mare have a close profile.

Nuage Noir

8.7

Loumari · 2021

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Loumari Nuage Noir is a sweet, gourmand and spicy unisex scent in which cocoa, tonka bean and cinnamon meet leather and suede; it has been discontinued. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong, though these ratings rest on only a small number of votes. It reads as unisex, and its dense, sweet, warm character leans towards cooler weather. It opens with a brief lift of bergamot, then the heart settles into a sweet, spicy warmth of cocoa, tonka bean and cinnamon. The base of leather, suede, papyrus and Atlas cedar grounds it in a woody, leathery finish. Une Nuit Nomade Sugar Leather and Pana Dora Imperial Wood have a close profile.

Mioritic

7.9

Adi ale Van · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Adi ale Van Mioritic is a unisex fragrance with a fresh, green character, lifted by citrus, spice and resin, and it suits spring and autumn days best. It opens with basil, pink pepper and elemi resin, a bright, lightly spicy and green start. In the heart, fig, frankincense and grapefruit add a fruity, resinous softness. The base of white musk, patchouli and woody notes settles into a creamy, earthy and slightly smoky finish. Most voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Spring and autumn lead, though summer works too. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and also fits the office. Most voters read it as slightly masculine, yet it stays balanced for a unisex scent. Adi ale Van Mioritic Green Edition and M. Micallef Royal Vintage have a close profile.

Pomelo Fizz

7.0

Comptoir Sud Pacifique · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Comptoir Sud Pacifique Pomelo Fizz is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent that suits leisure time and everyday wear. It opens with grapefruit, mandarin orange and bergamot, a bright and zesty citrus layer. In the heart, blackcurrant, davana and orange blossom add a fruity, floral sweetness, and myrrh and musk soften the base. The overall feel is fresh, sweet and slightly synthetic. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters place it in leisure and daily wear, with office use next. Though unisex, the character votes lean feminine. Zara Amalfi Sunray and Dior Rouge Trafalgar have a close profile.

Orlo

7.6

Mendittorosa · 2020

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Mendittorosa Orlo is a unisex scent that opens with citrus and flowers and settles into oud, leather and smoke. Orlo lasts strongly and projects well. Most voters pick autumn, though spring and winter are close behind. It leans towards night-out and evening wear, and a fair number also wear it to the office. Votes split evenly between masculine and feminine, so it sits in the middle. It opens with bergamot, mandarin orange, bitter orange and basil for a bright citrus start. In the heart, cumin, cardamom and pink pepper meet the floral tones of neroli and ylang-ylang. The base of oud, rum, hay and leathery notes pulls it towards smoke and leather. Pontaccio 21 and Pineider Cuoio Nobile have a close profile.

Ode to Rose (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Alexandre.J · 2022

Floral · Green · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Alexandre.J Ode to Rose Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent with a floral, green character, softened by sweet and powdery touches. It opens with ylang-ylang, mimosa and jasmine. At the heart, rose, violet leaf and geranium come forward, while patchouli and sandalwood set the flowers on a woody footing. White musk and Virginia cedar close it out, with fruity, spicy and oriental touches rounding the florals. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though these views rest on only a few votes. As a unisex scent it can be worn by anyone. Guerlain Nahema and Chanel Coco Noir have a close profile.

Cuir Vénitien

6.8

David Jourquin · 2016

Aquatic · Fruity · Sweet

David Jourquin Cuir Vénitien is a women's fragrance that pairs the freshness of bitter orange and bergamot with a floral heart of May rose and jasmine, settling on leather and white musk. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are tentative. It reads feminine; no season or occasion clearly stands out. It opens with aquatic notes, bitter orange and bergamot, a watery, citrusy start. In the heart, May rose and jasmine meet the sweet, fruity tones of plum and passion fruit, with prunol adding depth. The base of leather, white musk and Atlas cedar leaves it powdery, woody and leathery, while the aquatic and synthetic accords keep a cool edge. Bottega Veneta Eau de Velours and Zara Vibrant Leather Winter have a close profile.

The High

7.4

NEH · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

NEH The High is a fresh, green unisex scent that suits leisure time and daytime wear. It opens with bergamot, cannabis, litsea cubeba and eucalyptus, a citrusy, airy greenness. Orris root and vervain bring a floral, lightly powdery softness to the heart, while white musk, woods and leather give the base a sweet, woody, leathery footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick it for leisure, daily wear and the office; evenings and nights out are chosen far less. Gucci Première and Narciso Rodriguez Essence Eau de Musc have a close profile.

Black Beetle (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Alexandre.J · 2022

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Alexandre.J Black Beetle Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that sets the fresh fruitiness of raspberry and bergamot against the spicy warmth of nutmeg, chili and patchouli. Both its longevity and sillage are rated good, with more voters giving longevity a high mark. The vote count is small, so this is only a rough guide. There are no season or occasion votes, so nothing can be said about when it suits best. It reads as neither strictly masculine nor feminine. It opens with raspberry, frankincense and bergamot, a fresh and lightly sweet start. The heart brings nutmeg, chili, patchouli and musk, adding a spicy, earthy side, and woods form a smoky, woody base. Oriental and sweet tones soften the whole. The Nose Behind Hakama and Molinard Musc share a close profile.

Origini

7.9

Adi ale Van · 2022

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Adi ale Van Origini opens with coconut, sage and black pepper before settling on myrrh, hemp and orange blossom, a sweet, spicy unisex scent that has been discontinued. Floral and sweet accords lead, with spicy and resinous sides keeping them in check. Coconut and sage meet black pepper at the start, giving an opening that is both creamy and sharp. In the heart, myrrh and orange blossom bring a soft, powdery floral quality, while hemp pulls it towards something dry and herbal. Cashmere wood, patchouli and woody notes ground the base in an earthy, woody finish. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small. With its sweet, spicy build it suits cooler weather best, and it reads comfortably on both men and women.

Amante - Andalucía

7.5

FiiLiT · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

FiiLiT Amante - Andalucía is a fresh, green unisex scent built around lemon petitgrain, neroli and fig leaf. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than leaving a strong trail. Voters place it mostly in daily wear, leisure and the office, with night and evening use further behind. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it reads comfortably on either side. Citrus and neroli give it a bright, floral freshness, while fig leaf adds a green, lightly fruity note. Mandora softens the mix and vetiver supplies an earthy balance underneath. Jo Malone Fig & Lotus Flower and Zara Vibrant Leather Summer have a close profile.

O.W. C'est toujours agréable d'être attendu.

4.9

d'Orsay · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

d'Orsay O.W. C'est toujours agréable d'être attendu. is a fresh, citrusy unisex fragrance with an aquatic and woody edge. Its longevity is rated moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. The number of votes is small, so this is a first impression rather than a firm verdict. Its soft, easy character reads as unisex. Italian bergamot, bitter orange and Italian lemon give a bright citrus opening. In the heart, Madagascan ginger adds a spicy warmth. The base of Haitian vetiver, ambroxan and white musk settles into a dry, woody, clean finish. Laboratorio Olfattivo Need_U and bdk Parfums Sel d'Argent have a close profile.